upcoming

UK: ˈʌpˌkʌmɪŋ | US: ˈʌpˌkʌmɪŋ

Definition

  1. adj. happening soon; forthcoming

  2. adj. (archaic) rising or approaching

Structure
up <upward>com <come>ing <adjective suffix>
Etymology

The word "upcoming" combines "up" (Old English upp, meaning "upward") and "coming" (from Old English cuman, "to come"). Originally used in the 16th century to describe something physically rising (e.g., the sun), it evolved by the 19th century to denote events or things approaching in time. The morpheme "ing" transforms the verb into an adjective, emphasizing immediacy or proximity.

Examples

  1. The upcoming conference will address climate change.

  2. She’s preparing for her upcoming exam.

  3. Details about the upcoming product launch remain confidential.

  4. The town announced upcoming road repairs.

  5. His upcoming novel has already generated buzz.